Description

Methyl 2-(Cyanomethyl)-3-Methoxybenzoate is a high-purity, versatile benzoate ester derivative featuring both cyano and methoxy functional groups. This compound serves as a critical synthetic intermediate, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with complex heterocyclic or substituted aromatic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the cyano and methoxy groups contribute to biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex molecules via reactions involving the ester, nitrile, and aromatic ether functionalities.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or starting material for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-(Cyanomethyl)-3-Methoxybenzoate
CAS No.	145498-86-8
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO3
Molecular Weight	205.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Cyanomethyl)-3-methoxybenzoic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-methoxy-2-(cyanomethyl)benzoate; Benzoic acid, 2-(cyanomethyl)-3-methoxy-, methyl ester; 3-Methoxy-2-(cyanomethyl)benzoic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 2-(Cyanomethyl)-3-Methoxybenzoate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, impurities, and physical characteristics are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.